Manufacturing Apprentice

Manufacturing Apprentice – Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains

Based at our state-of-the-art Research and Development Centre in Northamptonshire, we are responsible for the design, manufacture, testing and racing of the Eight‑time World Championship winning Formula 1 hybrid Power Units used by the Mercedes AMG PETRONAS Formula 1 team. We are also proud to supply Power Units to the McLaren, Aston Martin and Williams Racing teams. In addition, we are leading the transfer of state‑of‑the‑art Formula 1 technology into the revolutionary Mercedes AMG Road Car “Project One” and have competed in Formula E with the Mercedes Benz EQ Formula E Team.

As an Apprentice Machinist you will learn to use the latest cutting‑edge machinery to manufacture low‑volume, bespoke, precision components within a fast‑paced environment whilst maintaining extremely high‑quality standards, ensuring we are in the best possible position to continue winning F1 World Championships.

As a team we pride ourselves on sharing knowledge and will support you with a tailored 42‑month development plan, designed to provide exposure to the breadth of engineering within F1 and Advanced Technologies, all whilst being supported by our mentoring program. We are also pleased to have been awarded the 2017 Advanced Apprenticeship Provider by the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).

• Produce the required volume of components within the required timescales to the required quality standards, making use of CAD/CAM systems and drawings as appropriate
• Set, operate and program CNC machines
• Operate the relevant inspection equipment to ensure components are produced to the required quality standards
• Produce complex components using machines, equipment & systems to the required specifications
• Liaise with other departments (e.g. Quality, Engineering) to ensure the development of the product is optimised
• Adhere to, create and maintain standard operating procedures for machine processes and other operations
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement activities

• A starting salary of £21,000pa, increasing periodically dependent upon performance
• Performance bonus
• Podium bonus based on F1 results
• 36 days annual leave
• Access to private healthcare and generous pension scheme
• A variety of other benefits and staff discounts

• Practical experience of machining, including an understanding of machining principles. Providing examples of any machining work you have completed as part of your application would be advantageous
• Demonstrate passion for manufacturing, evidence by extracurricular projects and work experience
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, accountability, and initiative, along with taking pride in the quality of work you produce
• Tenacious, curious and driven individuals who thrive in a fast paced environment
• A willingness to go the extra mile to help the team succeed
• GCSEs at grades equivalent to a C or above (4‑9) in Maths and English Language, or a Foundation engineering qualification at level 2 (expected by September 2024). This is not essential but does still qualify you for this programme

• Prepare, set and operate conventional, 3- and 5‑Axis CNC machining platforms
• Learn how to measure and check components with a range of inspection techniques
• Experience supporting business functions to manufacturing machine shop
• Adopt Health & Safety regulations and comply with environmental procedures
• Apply engineering and manufacturing principles, navigate engineering drawings/specifications

• Become competent across a range of sub‑assembly operations in support of component manufacture
• Working with your hands, using hand tools and operating machines to aid part assembly/preparation
• Create, develop and conform with standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Use of inspection equipment for component verification and adherence to visual inspection standards
• Interrogate and interpret assembly drawings, working in accordance with build procedures

• Submit your online application, CV and covering letter
• Your application will be screened by HR and the hiring…